,supported by the Helmsley Charitable Trust. The meeting was attended by fourteen institutions,including four with existing programs. Meeting attendees identified elements key to the VIPmodel [6]: 1. Projects are based on faculty mentor’s scholarship and exploration. 2. Projects are long-term and large-scale, continuing for many years, even decades. 3. Program is curricular and all participating students are graded (A-F; not P/F or S/U). 4. Students can participate and earn credits toward their degrees for at least two years. 5. Learning outcomes focus on the development of both disciplinary and professional skills. 6. Multi-disciplinary teams are encouraged but not required. 7. Dedicated classroom
Paper ID #27333Partners in Professional Development: Initial Results from a CollaborationBetween Universities, Training Programs, and Professional SocietiesDr. Katy Luchini-Colbry, Michigan State University Katy Luchini-Colbry is the Assistant Dean for Graduate Student Services at the College of Engineering at Michigan State University, where she completed degrees in political theory and computer science. A recipient of a NSF Graduate Research Fellowship, she earned Ph.D. and M.S.E. in computer science and engineering from the University of Michigan. She has published more than two dozen peer-reviewed works related to her
Director of the HPCC. Dr. Colbry collaborates with scientists from multiple disciplines including Engineering, Toxicology, Plant and Soil Sciences, Zoology, Mathematics, Statistics and Biology. Recent projects include research in Image Phenomics; developing a commercially-viable large scale, cloud based image pathology tool; and helping develop methods for measuring the Carbon stored inside of soil. Dr. Colbry has taught a range of courses, including; com- munication ”soft” skills, tools for computational modeling, Numerical Linear Algebra, microprocessors, artificial intelligence, scientific image analysis, compilers, exascale programing, and courses in program and algorithm analysis. c
programs outlined are excellent choices it may not be feasible for everyoutreach provider to implement and conduct all of them. Based on the authors experience, havingactual S&E professionals interacting with the students has the most impact and should be a majorfocus of any outreach program.V: Lessons Learned Spring 2016 Mid-Atlantic ASEE Conference, April 8-9, 2016 GWUAs detailed in the previous section ARDEC has had multiple opportunities to pilot and evaluateseveral programs and/or strategies for STEM educational outreach. Each of these methods ofdelivery have proven to be effective when used at the right time and place. To expand on this thefollowing discussion outlines general suggestions when developing and implementing
academic spaces (e.g., project and computer laboratories) ● serves as the first point of contact for inquiries regarding the academic programThe co-curricular director: ● coordinates with the housing department to secure residential space for participants ● plans and implements co-curricular programming ● manages a staff of tutors and resident mentors (termed Peer Leaders) ● serves as the first point of contact for inquiries regarding the residential program and co- curricular activitiesFour additional staff members provide advising, instructional, and programmatic support on afull-time or part-time basis. In support of the professional staff, a number of graduate studentsserve as teaching assistants (TAs) for the courses
Pitcher is the Director of Academic Technologies at the University of Texas at El Paso. He has had experience in learning in both a traditional university program as well as the new online learning model, which he utilizes in his current position consulting with faculty about the design of new learning experiences. His experience in technology and teaching started in 1993 as a student lab technician and has continued to expand and grow over the years, both technically as well as pedagogically. Currently he works in one of the most technically outstanding buildings in the region where he provides support to students, faculty, and staff in implementing technology inside and outside the classroom, researching new
students, including students in rural areas and those who learn differently, in STEM education from pre-K through graduate studies. Her current work focuses on supporting and evaluating the construction of collaborative communities and building evaluation capacity within organizations and large-scale programs. In all efforts Adrienne works to (a) truly understand the purpose and needs for the evaluation or research undertaking, (b) develop feedback cycles that support continuous program improvement, (c) make implementation and impact data available and interpretable for program implementers, and (d) select the most rigorous, yet feasible analytic designs that are tailored to the unique needs of each program context. She
design and pedagogical consultation in diverse contexts and disciplines. Among others, leading the curricular design and coordination of experiential learning programs like The Ann Arbor Languages Partnership (A2LP), developing structures for pedagogical consultation and faculty development as Associate Director for Faculty Development at the Pontificia Universidad Cat´olica de Chile School of Engineering, and more recently in her role as instructional consultant leading large scale course transformation with the Foundational Course Initiative (FCI) at the UM Center for Research on Learning and Teaching (CRLT). Claudia earned her PhD in Educational Studies from UM, with a focus on teaching and teacher education
, and in synergy with large-scale developments in the MSU College of Engineering.The two most salient developments that the EEES program articulates with are (a) a program toredefine the first year engineering experience and (b) a large scale program to expand our currentresidency program in undergraduate engineering to encompass most first year engineeringstudents. An important focus in both efforts is on community building for early engineeringstudents. These programs and the synergy with EEES will be described later in this paper.The four EEES components are: • a program of Supplemental Instruction for the key core courses taken by early engineering students. For local reasons, we call this subprogram “peer assisted learning
, the list and definitions of professional skills varies widely, as does howthese skills are learned. Some methods focus on direct learning, via workshops, skill-buildingclasses, mentoring or direct required practice. Other methods are more indirect, such as rolemodeling, practice as part of project and assignments or from the indirect lessons of theUnwritten Syllabus itself.The engineer of 2020 has a set of guiding strategies that may be of help in forming teachingtechniques. The set of strategies is: Engage in a comprehensive effort Consider the linkages Focus on levers for change Pursue student-centered education Develop a research base Communicate, communicate, communicateWhile some of these do not apply
leadership programs can maximize their results through sponsorships and involvement. The program needs to make sure that the lessons learned in the program can be applied to the sponsors through internships and career opportunities. Also, the program may request that the sponsor provide: (a) knowledge to help in structuring the program; (b) lectures and presentations; (c) mentoring activities; and (d) funding. University support: The university needs to be very committed and provide resources for the development of the activities and high quality professionals willing to dedicate enough time to the development of the students
engineering hasbeen reworked and implemented at LeTourneau University. This new course, required for all first year engineering students, is intended to increaseretention in the engineering program by providing “iY Generation” students with a realistic viewof what “real” engineers do and what is expected of engineering students. The course attempts toengage this new type of first semester engineering student with engineering flavored in-classactivities and labs (e.g. wind generator design with wind tunnel testing) to provide a balance tothe non-engineering core courses (Calculus, Chemistry, English) that fill the first year of theengineering curriculum. Lesson modules lay the foundations for success in engineering education by
grow to over 1100 students from an average of 45 majors per year.IntroductionCommunity-engaged learning came to engineering slower than many other disciplines [1] buthas seen increasing examples and scholarship in engagement [2, 3]. Evidence of the increasingacceptance includes the creation of the ASEE Community Engagement Division. While thereare many examples of success, most are driven by individual faculty or small groups and thereare few examples of large scale implementation of engagement. For community engagement toachieve its potential, models that can be replicated or adapted and integrated into the fabric of theinstitutions must be developed. There is still skepticism about service-learning as noted in the2014 ASEE report [4]. It
States. Page 13.96.13In Utschig and Schaefer29 opportunities and challenges relating to the concept of implementing aformal education-related faculty development program on a large scale are outlined through anexploration of the following questions: What would be the benefits of a formal educationalprofessional qualification to US higher education institutions, their faculty and students, industry,and society as a whole? How can resources be synergistically integrated to support such aneffort? What are the major challenges or barriers present that must be overcome in order tocreate such a system?In response to these questions, the authors are
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, and should result in a system for fabrication by an existing company’s not-for-profitbranch, or by a newly formed not-for-profit firm. This work is in conjunction with the RiceBeyond Traditional Borders program3.Through Beyond Traditional Borders, the second generation Lab will be donated to schools inSwaziland, Haiti and Lesotho. The group that will be traveling to Swaziland and Lesotho iscurrently working on implementing their large scale water purifier in these two nations, andwould take along the Adaptive WaTER Lab as a demonstration tool on these trips. Additionally,if the patent for the Lab is granted, then funds generated from its sales will be used to producemore Labs to donate to developing nations.ConclusionsCurrent experience with
following the design method taught in class.In this paper, the authors will describe the rationale, pedagogical choices, and administrativetasks involved in providing a design-related service learning experience for first-year students onsuch a large scale. Excerpts from students’ reflection essays are presented as anecdotal evidencethat the proposed program assisted students in achieving the course objectives and learningoutcomes.1. Offering a First Year Engineering Design Experience on a Large Scale1.1 Context: “Exploration of Engineering Design”The context for this paper is a required introductory course for first-year engineering students ofVirginia Tech. Virginia Tech is a large mid-Atlantic land-grant university; the engineeringcollege is its
Bedford, Indiana supported by Prof. Ed Coyle (co-founder of EPICS) andCrane Naval Surface Warfare Weapons Center 28. The EPICS High School team produced adesign for an assistive technology device that received a provisional patent and placed second ina national entrepreneurship competition. The class attracted a high percentage of women withenrollment of females exceeding males most semesters. The success of the pilot EPICS HighSchool motivated an expansion into five states supported by a grant from Learn and Serve Page 25.484.4America.The program has continued to grow and this paper will provide a description of EPICS and howit is implemented at
ideas with ingenuity, take a playful approachto their personal ideas, and share lessons learned and what came out of their projects. The entireidea being that Making is simultaneously so personally motivated by unadulterated curiosity, butalso by a community to support the exploration of ideas.The machine shop and 3D Print Labs possess attributes of Practical Ingenuity, PersonalInvention, and Community Building through a peer mentorship support system. Students areencouraged to bring in their own projects, which are inspected by certain management personnelbefore being approved. Students then work with a mentor to produce their projects and have theopportunity eventually to work in the spaces given enough time and experience in the labs
students’ feedback on the course. One of the biggestlessons learned during the initial offerings of the course was the strong student desire for a sitevisit where students could physically see the mitigation measures or resiliency issues that arediscussed. Therefore, more local and project site visits are now incorporated into the course. Aspresented in Table 1, students had an opportunity to work on a variety of projects focused ondeveloping solutions to mitigate climate-induced challenges within the local communities. Thiswas well received by students and project sponsors. Typically, some students are uncertainabout how to approach a large scale, community issue that was not a straightforward engineeringdesign. The open-ended project and absence
for academic success.The GS Program Summer Bridge components include courses such as spatial visualization andengineering design to build background skills for engineering. Of importance are intentionalactivities to support building one’s community in the cohort and increase familiarity with thecampus, and seminars that increase students’ ability to navigate the higher education landscape.Students live and learn together in a residence hall as near peer mentors serve as residenceadvisors and teaching assistants during the two-week program. The program ends with anengineering design expo and a closing community building activity. These activities celebratethe beginning of the engineering pathway for GS Program students to convey their
attractiveness to female students as a way ofincreasing the overall number of women in the engineering pipeline.Outside of summer camps in computing and computer science very few reports have been madeon single-discipline and single-sex summer camps in engineering8, 9. As a result, the purpose ofthis paper is three-fold: 1) to provide an overview of the development of a single-discipline,single-sex pre-engineering camp; 2) to discuss a formative evaluation plan for assessing the pre-engineering camp; and 3) to reveal anecdotal lessons learned to assist future camp directors. Inthe next sections, this paper uses CheME & YOU @ OSU as an exemplar single-discipline,single-sex pre-college engineering outreach program designed to attract young women
Paper ID #36579An Industry-driven, Project-based Learning Activity: SystemIdentification based on Vibration Signals using Machine LearningDr. Nektaria Tryfona, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Nektaria Tryfona is a Collegiate Associate Professor at the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. She received her B.Eng. and Ph.D in Computer Engineering and Informatics from the Polytechnic School, University of Patras, Greece. She has extensive experience on building data management and database solutions for large-scale systems in
creating technical leadership development programs2. SIUC’S College ofEngineering also responded by creating its Leadership Development Program (LDP) in 2006with the support from Advanced Technology Services (ATS) and later, the National ScienceFoundation.While creating a technical leadership development program is an important first step, theefficacy of such a program is the most important outcome and wherein lies the greatestchallenge. SIUC’S College of Engineering has adapted an engineering management tool, HoshinKanri X-matrix, to effectively manage the large scale program, to teach students how to use thisimportant tool, and to quantitatively demonstrate the efficacy and impact of the program, whilemeeting the motivational needs of the
answer issues addressed in the fall that is not repeated. procedural questions. directed towards new instructors. By implementing a presemester training program and preparing all instructors with knowledge on general university, departmental and course procedures prior to the start of the semester, many issues are resolved and instructors can focus on students and student learning. In addition, we try to cover the first two weeks of course material as well as an overview so that instructors are prepared for classes and to answer student questions. Table 2. During Semester Solutions to Training and Mentorship Challenges and Lessons Learned Challenges faced Our solution Lessons
University of Minnesota. Her research explores issues of professional development for K-12 science teachers, with a focus on beginning teachers and implementation of integrated STEM learning environments. She has received over $30 million in federal and state grants and published over 80 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters. She is a former board member of the National Association of Research in Science Teaching and past president of the Association for Science Teacher Education.Dr. Christopher Barr, Rice University Rice University Office of Assessment and Evaluation of STEM Programs led by Dr. Barr is the Direc- tor of Assessment and Evaluation of STEM Programs at Rice University. He has been an evaluator and
considering we don't learn about most of the technology until late junior or senioryear but it was nice because there isn't any sort of intimidation because my peers were the onesexplaining information to me. Plus, no tests or exams.”“80% of the learning experiences involved topics too specific to cover in a course, but gavepurpose to the most generic lessons taught. It also gave good understanding as to theprogression of technology and how fast it can occur (design improvement by iteration)”“The SAE Hybrid team, including course work has broadened my understanding of race car, andhybrid technologies. It is a worthy learning experience.”“It is a worthy learning experience because it is all first-hand work and with troubleshootingand design you are
recognized as the Engineering Unleashed Fellow and won the Fulton Outstanding Lecturer Award for her contributions in Engineering Education.Amy Trowbridge, Arizona State University Amy Trowbridge is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Ari- zona State University and is co-Director of the Grand Challenges Scholars Program (GCSP) at ASU. Amy is a member of the current interim Executive Committee for the international GCSP Network, and mentors schools to develop GCSPs as part of the GCSP New Programs committee. She is also actively involved in the ASU Kern project and Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN), focused on students’ de- velopment of entrepreneurial mindset
student learning, three assessments have been implemented at the endof the project: (1) self-assessment, (2) peer-assessment, and (3) industrial review panelassessment. From the assessment results, the new teaching efforts have fulfilled the ABET’srequirements and been highly evaluated by both the students and the industrial reviewers.In the self-assessment, all the senior students are required to complete a self-assessment of theirability to attain the educational outcomes of the Chemical Engineering Program. A short answerwith a score would be given for each ABET student outcomes as below: a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and
Electrical Engineer in Taiwan. Before transitioning to academia, Huang worked for the Taiwan Government, where she was responsible for designing and procuring electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems for large-scale commercial, industrial, residential, and high-rise buildings. She also conducted research on Smart Buildings and Energy Management Systems. Huang established the Power Engineering Program and actively supports renewable energy-related projects at George Mason University. Her research interests include power systems protection and stability, microgrids, energy management, and smart building technology.Kursten Szabos, George Mason University Kursten A. Szabos is a current PhD student in the Power and Energy